Building Inspection Expert Witnesses in Florida

Tampa, Florida

Premises Liability, Construction Defects - Accident Investigation, Building Codes, ADA, Accessibility, Slip Trip & Fall, Forensic, Architecture, Engineering, E&O, Errors and Omissions, Construction Defects, Premises Liability, Cruise Ship, Maintenance, Building Inspection, Insurance Claims, Disaster Recovery, Failure Analysis, Property Insurance, Accident Recreation

Dr. William Henry, AIA, NCARB Lead Expert Witness | Forensic Architect | RGA Design Forensics | Tampa, FL Dr. William Henry is a nationally recognized forensic architect and expert witness specializing in Premises Liability and Construction Defects. As Lead Expert Witness at RGA Design Forensics, Dr. Henry provides clear, defensible, and technically precise opinions that help attorneys establish causation, liability, and standard of care in complex Premises Liability and Construction Defects cases across more than 20 states. With 40+ years of architectural and forensic experience, Dr. Henry integrates building science, field investigation, and advanced technology to identify failures, evaluate safety compliance, and explain the root causes of Premises Liability and Construction Defects matters. His reports and testimony are concise, persuasive, and highly effective in deposition, mediation, arbitration, and trial. Areas of Expertise 1. Premises Liability (Slip, Trip & Fall Incid...

Oviedo, Florida

Mechanical Engineering, Accident Reconstruction - Premises Liability, Safety, Slip Trip & Fall, Products Liability, HVAC, Equipment & Machinery, Bicycles, Plumbing, OSHA, Manufacturing, Property Damage, Agriculture Engineering, Construction Defects, Building Inspection, Elevators & Escalators, Swing Stage, Telehandler, Boom Lift, Cause & Origin, Horizontal Grinders

I am a licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.), ACTAR-accredited accident reconstructionist, and board-certified Diplomate Forensic Engineer (DFE) with over 30 years of experience in mechanical, civil, and structural analysis. I specialize in difficult and unusual cases where traditional engineering expertise may fall short. My work provides attorneys, insurers, and adjusters with clear, objective, and defensible opinions. Mathematics serves as the universal language of engineering, enabling me to work seamlessly across civil, mechanical, and electrical domains. This versatility is uncommon among forensic engineers, who typically specialize in a narrow field. I apply mathematical principles to accident reconstruction, construction defect evaluations, machinery and product failures, premises liability, storm damage, and forensic assessments of mechanical and structural systems. Attorneys retain me for challenging cases involving complex systems or unique fact patterns because I can co...

Jupiter, Florida

Construction Defects, Building Inspection - Building Envelope, Building Enclosure, Water Infiltration, Hurricane Resistance, Forensic Investigation, Water Leakage, Facade Systems, Waterproofing, Litigation Support, Building Diagnostics, Air Barriers, Expert Witness, Fenestration, Weatherproofing, Envelope Retrofits, Exterior Glazing Systems

Christopher Matthews is a highly experienced building envelope consultant with over 40 years of expertise in exterior glazing and wall systems. As President and Principal Consultant at GCI Consultants since 2002, he specializes in design, installation, water infiltration resistance, performance assessment, and hurricane readiness of building envelope systems. Key Qualifications: - Extensive consulting experience with owners, architects, engineers, insurers, and builders on hundreds of projects across 45 U.S. states, North America, and the Caribbean. - Expertise in forensic investigation and repair of existing structures with envelope performance issues. - Litigation support consultant and expert witness in disputes related to exterior wall and glazing system installation, performance, and design. - Proficient in successful design and construction of new buildings of various types. Professional Experience: - 2002-Present: GCI Consultants - President and Principal Consultant - 1985...

Jupiter, Florida

Construction Defects, Building Inspection - Building Envelope, Water Infiltration, Forensic Investigation, Quality Assurance, Design Review, Construction Management, Expert Testimony, Glazing Systems, Waterproofing, Fenestration, Facade Systems, New Construction, Commercial Structures, Institutional Facilities, Moisture Control, Water Leakage

Shauna Serafini, RWC, FMPC, is a Senior Consultant and Expert Witness at GCI Consultants with decades of experience in building envelope consulting. She specializes in the forensic investigation, evaluation, consulting, and performance assessment of building enclosure systems for both new and existing structures, including exterior wall, waterproofing, fenestration, and roofing systems. Her experience includes residential, multi-family, commercial, institutional, hospitality, and high-rise buildings throughout Florida and the United States. Key Qualifications: - Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from Florida Atlantic University - Registered Waterproofing Consultant (RWC) by IIBEC - Registered Exterior Wall Consultant (REWC) by IIBEC - Fenestration Master (FMPC) accredited by FGIA - Certified Building Commissioning Professional (CBCP) from AEE - LEED Green Associate (LEED GA) from USGBC - Level 1 Certified Thermographer by The Snell Group Professional Experience: - 2022-Pres...

Kissimmee, Florida

Building Inspection, Indoor Air Quality - Entomology, entomologist, deficient, termite, termite treatment, infrared, Formosan, termite damage, Infestation, pesticide safety, pesticides, herbicide, roundup

I have over 39 years experience with forensic inspections and reporting. Past member of the United States Air Force Prime Base Engineer Emergency Force (PrimeBEEF) Experienced under oath expert witness. I am an Associate Certified Entomologist, Council-certified Microbial Consultant (mold), Certified Residential Thermographer (infrared), Certified Pest Operator, Wood destroying organism operator,Licensed Mold Assessor, and a Master Professional Inspector with over 10,000 inspections performed. I have under oath expert witness experience as a disclosed expert for matters such as deficient termite treatment and termite damage complaints, and pest services business practices. For a complete and up-to-date CV see my SEAK listing or email: steve@ReliableBuildingInspection.com OR to speak directly with me please call my cell anytime : 407-837-3892.